Huawei Pura X Max vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 70/100. Key differences: the Huawei Pura X Max has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Huawei Pura X Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,107,301 vs 1,294,871); the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is noticeably lighter (204g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2107301 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 1680 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6200 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 65W
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 204g vs 229g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
The Huawei Pura X Max and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 70/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 4188 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | — | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura X Max leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by 62.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (86/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
Both devices scored 70/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Huawei Pura X Max (77/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on performance (77/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.